Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Bark up the wrong tree'. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Bark up the wrong tree'.

A. To chase a wrong animal

B. To bark loudly

C. To plant a tree

D. To follow a mistaken course

Answer: Option D

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It means to wrongly accuse someone or follow a false lead.

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